Atty. Edwin Jay Schklar
Mr. Edwin Jay Schklar is a lawyer practicing business litigation, securities litigation, legal malpractice and 9 other areas of law.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 46+ Years Experience
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About Edwin Jay Schklar at a Glance
Edwin Jay Schklar is a Principal based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Schklar & Heim, LLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, family law, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1980) and Georgia Court of Appeals, Georgia Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Northern and Middle Districts (1980). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1980) and Emory University (M.B.A. Vanderbilt, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Atlanta Bar Association, Litigation Section and Managing Partners Committee State Bar of Georgia, Professional Liability Section American Bar Association, Litigation Section. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Edwin Jay Schklar
- Mr. Edwin Jay Schklar is a lawyer practicing business litigation, securities litigation, legal malpractice and 9 other areas of law
- Edwin received a M.B.A. degree from Emory University in 1980, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Edwin practices at Schklar & Heim, LLC in Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas Explained
Edwin Jay Schklar's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edwin Jay Schklar handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Trusts in Atlanta
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Family Law in Atlanta
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in Atlanta
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Atlanta
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Intellectual Property in Atlanta
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Edwin Jay Schklar is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Georgia →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Atlanta Choose Edwin Jay Schklar
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Edwin Jay Schklar's practice in the field of trusts, family law, business, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Edwin Jay Schklar brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Georgia and Georgia Court of Appeals, Georgia Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Northern and Middle Districts , Edwin Jay Schklar can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, family law, and business, Edwin Jay Schklar can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means Edwin Jay Schklar attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Edwin Jay Schklar Handles in Atlanta
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